ENGINES

Engineering has always been at the heart of Maruti Suzuki's innovation. Our K-Series and Z-Series engines reflect this commitment by combining advanced technology, refined performance, and exceptional fuel efficiency to deliver an experience that's built for the needs of today and ready for the journeys of tomorrow. Our portfolio offers a range of petrol engines to suit different driving needs.

K15C Petrol Engine with Smart Hybrid

• Next Generation K-series engine with Dual Injectors and Cooled EGR
• Dual Variable Valve Timing (VVT)
• The engine is coupled with Smart Hybrid Technology with a higher capacity Lithium Ion battery
• Torque Assist functionality
• Fuel efficiency of 20.51 km/l* (Manual Transmission) and 20.30 km/l* (Automatic Transmission) in Ertiga

*Smart Hybrid is not available in CNG variants and Brezza Lxi, Vxi manual variants

Available in: Ertiga, Brezza, XL6 & Grand Vitara

Peak Power: 75.8kW@6000 rpm

Maximum Torque: 136.8Nm@4400 rpm

K15B Petrol Engine with Smart Hybrid

• Progressive Smart Hybrid Technology
• Advanced dual battery setup including a Li-ion battery
• Idle Start-Stop function
• Brake Energy Regeneration
• Torque Assist functionality
• Fuel efficiency of 20.65 km/l* (Manual Transmission) and 20.04 km/l* (Automatic Transmission) in Ciaz

Available in: Ciaz

Peak Power: 77kW@6000 rpm

Maximum Torque138Nm@4400 rpm

K15B Petrol Engine with Idle Start Stop

• Idle Start-Stop function
• Built for off-roading
• Generates strong torque throughout a wide RPM range for unstoppable performance.
• Fuel efficiency of 16.94 km/l* (Manual Transmission) and 16.39 km/l* (Automatic Transmission) in Jimny

Available in: Jimny

Peak Power: 77.1kW@6000 rpm
Maximum Torque: 134.2@4000 rpm

*As certified by Test Agency Under Rule 115 (G) of CMVR 1989
**Prices shown above are ex-showroom Delhi.
***Accessories and features shown may not be a part of standard equipment.
# Please refer product brochure for engine type availability across variants

FAQ

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What is the K-Series engine lineup?

The K-Series engine lineup by Maruti Suzuki utilises innovative design techniques and promises exceptional and refined performance. The engines are manufactured using advanced engineering research and development and cutting-edge technology to deliver a combination of fuel efficiency and driving performance. The K-Series engine lineup by Maruti Suzuki includes the newly launched K10B (1.0L Turbo Boosterjet), the next-gen dual jet dual VVT K10C, K12M, dual VVT dual injector K12N, the K15B engines and the K15C engines.

Which K-Series engine comes with a Smart Hybrid Technology?

Designed with cutting-edge technology, K-Series engines offer a great balance of refinement and performance. That is why Maruti Suzuki cars are reputed for having the best petrol engines. The Smart Hybrid Technology in our petrol engines further enhances fuel efficiency and driving performance. The K-Series engines that come equipped with the Smart Hybrid technology are – K10B 1.0L Boosterjet (available in Fronx), the 1.5L K15C (available in Ertiga, Brezza, XL6 and Grand Vitara), 1.5L K15B Progressive Smart Hybrid (available in Ciaz), K15B with Idle Start-Stop Function (available in Jimny).
The newly developed 1.0 L K10 Turbo Boosterjet Petrol engine is turbocharged and comes with Smart Hybrid Technology for those who seek more power and driving performance along with good fuel efficiency.

What are the top features of the K-Series Engines?

Designed using cutting-edge technology and advanced engineering, K-series engines by Maruti Suzuki come with a number of features that help them deliver enhanced performance and fuel efficiency. The top features of K-series engines include:

For Better fuel efficiency:

• An innovative all-aluminium design is used that includes rocker-less camshafts and a plastic intake manifold and an offset crank shaft with low tension rings.

• The engines deliver better thermal efficiency and compression ratio.

• Low friction oils and piston cooling jets that improve the engine life of the K-series by Maruti Suzuki.

• The engines also come with dual injectors, dual VVT, higher compression ratio, and cooled EGR.

For Better Performance:

• It gets a Smart Distributor Less Ignition (SDLI) system that includes dedicated plug top coils. Advanced injectors that facilitate better atomisation for optimised & uniform combustion.

• Improved engine stiffness.

• Advanced technologies like a silent timing chain for better NVH performance.

• Peppy and crisp throttle response and linear power delivery.

What benefits do the K-Series engines offer?

There are many advantages of a K-series engine, including:-

Better NVH characteristics
Best-in-class fuel efficiency
Enhanced driving performance
Better thermal efficiency and compression ratio resulting in linear power delivery